Best Food Network Kitchens

What’s the most important part of any kitchen? There’s no question that the answer is food. Out of popular Food Network chefs Tyler Florence, Ina Garten, and Giada De Laurentiis, only the Barefoot Contessa’s cookbook has a spot on my bookshelf. There’s just something so comforting about her warm smile, recipes incorporating only the freshest ingredients, and her penchant for effortless entertaining. Find a soul-soothing Winter Minestrone and Garlic Bruschetta soup/stew below, a perfect antidote to the freezing temperatures lately.

Judging by their kitchens alone though (we couldn’t help changing the subject back), it’s certainly more of a toss-up. Each cook has his/her distinct personal style, reflected in the spaces they create delicious meals in. Dissect the elements of each kitchen with us, then leave a comment to cast your vote.

Ina Garten

What we like about Ina’s kitchen:

Neutral palette, sticking with mostly white with accents of wood and metal

Open shelves/cabinets with cake stands and serving bowls demonstrate her entertaining prowess

White orchids liven up the room

Collections of stacked books remind us that her set is actually her Hamptons home.

Tons of counter space

Giada De Laurentiis

What we like about Giada’s kitchen:

Very cool semi-transparent top cabinets

Light, airy, and contemporary

Cooking range is located on the island, making the host and food the center of the space